Position: Assistant Controller
Reports to: Controller
Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
FLSA Status: Salary Exempt
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Pratt Industries, the world’s largest, privately-owned paper and packaging company and the only major company in the USA, which is 100% post-consumer recycled has a position available for a focused and detail oriented Assistant Controller in their corrugated facility located in Staten Island, NY.
Job Summary:
The Assistant Controller will create timely and accurate reporting for the Plant through both routine and ad hoc reporting requests. The Assistant Controller will have exposure to all areas of the business, including but not limited to: roll stock and other inventories; accounts payable; accounts receivable and collections; P&L analysis, balance sheet reviews and analysis. Oher functions include assisting the Controller with weekly forecasts, mid-month estimates, month-end close, annual budget and ad hoc presentations as needed.
Essential Functions:
- Roll Stock (RS) reporting: consumption, receipts, on hand and aged inventory
- Revenue analysis, customer mix and reconcile revenues to SAP
- Physical Inventories and cycle counts (Roll Stock, Finished Goods, Fixed Assets and Spare Parts)
- Process accounts payable, expense reports and review of EDI (RS) shipments
- Assist in preparation of forecasts.
- Significant role in month-end closing and financial reporting process, including account analysis - prime materials and converting costs (Energy, R&M, Distribution and Overheads), including but not limited to:
- Goods Received/ Invoice Received reconciliation and clearing
- Prepare POs and FIs before AP cut-off
- Energy review and accrual
- Overhead review and accruals
- Complete month-end (ME) closing for Roll Stock: Mill Wide ME Cut-off, RS consumption, rebates & waste income, includes account reconciliations
- Prepare Shrink Calculation
- Prepare and post Statistical data to SAP
- Maintain Operating lease schedule
- Fixed Assets/Capital Project Spend reporting
- Work closely with Controller and Management Team to develop and prepare the annual budget, including KPI’s for presentation to Pratt Executive Management.
- Document processes
- Ensure existence and adherence to internal controls
- Heavy ad hoc reporting and analysis using Excel and other systems
- Work autonomous and have the ability to effectively multitask.
- Complies with safety regulations and corporate guidelines on business ethics.
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion.
Job Requirements and Qualifications:
Education: Minimum Bachelor Degree in Accounting.
Preferred Experience: 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge Requirements:
- Microsoft (Excel, Word and PowerPoint); Intermediate Excel skills including: formulas, pivot tables, lookups and graphs.
- Strong general ledger, accounts payable and payroll working knowledge.
- Experience in assessing, analyzing and improving business performance.
Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to speak effectively before groups.
Preferred Systems: SAP
Other Information:
Special Information (Travel, physical requirements, on-call schedules, and so on):
- Ability and willingness to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment.
- Must be able to wear safety glasses, ear protection, and steel-toed shoes when working in areas requiring PPE.
- Expect and be able to accommodate short notice for overtime and weekend work schedules.
- Ability and willingness to travel for conferences, training, etc.
- Willingness to relocate for future advancement preferred.
Perks @ Pratt?
- Healthcare benefitsn including Dental and Vision starting on the first of the month following your first day of hire.
- 9 paid holidays
- 1 Month: Eligible to participate in the Gainsharing Bonus program
- 3 Months: 401k with match
- 6 months: PAID vacation days
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- FSA - Dependant Care
- Gym reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
Skills Required
- Bachelor Degree in Accounting
- 5+ years accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups, graphs)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Strong general ledger, accounts payable and payroll working knowledge
- Experience assessing, analyzing, and improving business performance
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to present to groups
- Experience with SAP
- Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed shoes)
- Ability to accommodate short-notice overtime and weekend work
- Ability and willingness to travel for conferences and training
- Willingness to relocate for future advancement
Pratt Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are part of a broad core package, with options like HSA and wellness incentives and eligibility that often begins within one month of hire. Coverage breadth is reinforced by added programs such as EAP, legal/ID protection, and travel assistance.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is widely offered, with eligibility commonly beginning around three months. This provides structured support for long‑term savings across many roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid childbearing and parental leave are included as part of the standard package. Some postings indicate these benefits activate after a defined tenure (e.g., around 12 months).
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What We Do
Pratt Industries is America's fifth largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled paper.
